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This Executive Order approved the specified parts on on January 31, 1975.
As of Sunday, May 11th, 2025 this Executive Order has not been overturned or superceeded.

Approved Parts

Models
1975 model year and older model year vehicles

This Executive Order may be listed as:
  • C.A.R.B.E.O. D-24-3
  • Executive Order 24-3 / D24-3
  • ARB # D-24-3
  • Executive Order No: D-24-3
  • C.A.R.B. No. D-24-3
  • Resolution D-24-3
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State of California AIR RESOURCES BOARD EXECUTIVE ORDER D—24—3 Relating to Exemptions under Section 27156 of the Vehicle Code LIFT, INC. "LIFT FUEL EFFICIENCY SYSTEM" Pursuant to authority vested in the Air Resources Board by Section 27156 of the Vehicle Code; and Pursuant to the authority vested in the undersigned by Section 39023 of the Health and Safety Code; IT IS ORDERED AND RESOLVED: That the installation of "Lift Fuel Effi— ciency System" distributed by Lift, Inc. of 7819 Santa Monica Bivd., Los Angeles, California 90046, has been found to not reduce the effec— tiveness of required motor vehicle pollution control devices and, there— fore is exempt from the prohibitions of Section 27156 of the Vehicle Code for 1975 model—year and older model—year vehicles. This device consists of a plastic bottle, rubber hose, plastic tee for connection into the PCV system, mounting brackets, and bottle cap with a vapor outlet port incorporating a 0.022 inch orifice diameter (Identified by Part No. B—1) and air inlet port. The composition of the fluid is identified by Kem Krest Fluid Specification No. 1072. This Executive Order is valid provided that installation instructions for this device will not recommend tuning the vehicle to specifications different than those listed by the vehicle manufacturer. Changes made to the design, operating conditions of the device or . composition of the fluid as originally submitted to the Air Resources Board for evaluation that adversely affect the performance of the vehicle‘s pollution control devices shall invalidate this Executive Order. Marketing of this device using an identification other than that shown in this Executive Order or marketing of this device for an application other than thoss listed in this Executive Order shall be prohibited unless prior approval is obtained from the Air Resources Board.

"LIFT FUEL EFFICIENCY SYSTEM" EXECUTIVE ORDER D—24—3 This Executive Order does not constitute any opinion as to the effect that the use of this device may have on any warranty either expressed or implied by the vehicle manufacturer. THIS EXECUTIVE ORDER DOES NOT COMSTITUTE A CERTIFICATION, ACCREDITATION, APPROVAL, OR ANY OTHER TYPE OF ENDORSEMENT BY THE AIR RESOURCES BOARD OF ANY CLAIMS OF THE APPLICANT CONCERNING ANTI—POLLUTION BENEFITS CR ANY ALLEGED BENEFITS OF THE "LIFT FUEL EFFLCIENCY SYSTEM" DOEVICE. No claim of any kind, such as "Approved by Air Resources Board" may be made with respect to the action taken herein in any advertising or other oral or written communication. Section 17500 of the Business and Professions Code makes unflawful, untrue or misleading advertising, and Section 17534 makes violation punishable as a misdemeanor. C .Sections 39130 and 39184 of the Health and Safety Code provide as follows: "39130. No person shall install, sell, offer for sale, or advertise, or, except in an applicatfon to the board for certification of a device, represent, any device as a motor vehicle pollution control device unless that device has been certified by the board. No person shall sell, offer for sale, advertise, or represent any motor vehicle pollution control device as a certified device which, in fact, is not a certified device. Any violation of this section is a misdemeanor." : "39184. (a) No person shall install, sell, offer for sale, or adver— tise, or, except in an application to the board for accreditation of a device, represent, any device as a motor vehicle pollution control device for use on any used motor vehicle unless that device has been accredited by the board. No person shall sell, offer for sale, adver— tise, or represent any motor vehicle pollution control device as an accredited device which, in fact, is not an accredited device. Any violation of this subdivision is a misdemeanor." Any apparent violation of the conditions of this Executive Order will be sub— mitted to the Attorney General of California for such action as he deems advisable. Executive Order D—24—2 dated July 12, 1974 is hereby rescinded. Executed at Sacramento, California, this ;’/ day of January, 1975. WILLIAM STMMONS Executive Officer

State of California AIR RESOURCES BOARD Staff Report December 30, 1974 Evaluation of the Lift, Inc. "Lift Fuel Efficiency System" Yapor Injector for Compliance with the Requirements of Section 27156 of the California — Motor Yehicle Code Introduction Lift, Inc. of 7819 Santa Monica Boulevard, Los Angeles, California 90046 has submitted an application requesting an exemption from Vehicle Code Section 27156 (Referencé — Exhibit A — AppTicatiow) for the "Lift Fuel Efficiency System". This Section of the Vehicle Code prohibits the installation of any device or mechanism which would adversely affect the performance of the emission control system. The applicant is requesting to extend their exemption to include the 1975 model year vehicles. Lift, Inc, was granted an exemption to VYehicle Code Section 27156 by Executive Order D—23—2 dated July 12, 1974. The staff has previously evaluated this device and found it to have no adverse effect on 1974 and older model—year vehicles (Reference — Exhibit C and Exhibit 0 — January 22, 1974 and July 3, 1974 Staff Reports}. On. System Description The "Lift Fuel Efficiency System" is a vapor injector device where the vapor enters the engine through the PCV system (Reference — \Exhiblt B — Installation Instructibns). The device consists of a plastic tee, plastic bottle, rubber hose, mounting brackets, and bottle cap containing an 0.022 inch restriction orifice. For a

Evaluation of the Lift, Inc. "Lift Fuel Efficiency System" Vapor Injector for Compliance with the Requirements of Section 27156 of the California December 30, 1974 Motor Vehicle Code description concerning the operation of this device, refer to the staff report dated January 22, 1974 (Reference — Exhibit C). Thevfluid is a proprietary blend of alcohol and water solution. This fluid is manufactured by Kem Krest Product Company, 24684 Hathaway, Farmington, Michigan 48024. The composition of this fluid is identified by Kem Krest Specificat%on Number 1072 and is on file with the Air Resources Board. The applicant has requested the fiuid composition be treated as confidential information. III. System Evaluation bThe staff has determined from previous evaluations of vapor injector type devices on pre—1975 model—year vehicles that an increase in ex— haust emissions will not occur if the vapor bléed rate is limited to 0.10 cubic feet per minute (cfm). The vapor bleed rate of the "Lift Fuel Efficiency System" is limited to 0.10 cfm by using a 0.022 inch orifice diameter. The staff believes the 0.10 cfm vapor bleed rate would not increase exhaust emissions on the 1975 model—year vehicies. However, the catalytic converter system used on some of the 1975 model— year vehicles can be degraded by certain chemical compounds. Based on the information submitted by the applicant concerning the fluid composition, the staff investigated the effects of these chemicals on catalytic con— verters. From this investigation, the staff ocncludes the Kem Krest fluid does not contain any chemical compounds which will reduce the effectiveness of the catalyst.

Evaluation of the Lift, Inc. "Lift Fuel Effictency System" Vapor Injector for Compliance with the Requirements of Section 27156 of the California Motor Vehicle Code December 30, 1974 IV. Conclusion and Recommendation The staff believes the "Lift Fuel Efficiency System" would not have an adverse effect on the emission control system provided that the flow rate is limited to 0.10 cfm and the fluid is identical to those submitted to the staff. The staff recommends that Lift, Inc. be granted an exemption to Section 27156 for the "Lift Fuel Efficiency System" on 1975 and older—model vehicles.

Exhibit A — A*p]icafion L7 uu\../Hew> \%e 819 SANTA A LOS ANG ELES, CALTFORFHA 8004 P.Q. EEYVERLY HI September 19, 1974 William Simmons, Executive Officer Air Resources Boarq State of California 1709 l1ith Street Sacramento, C,lifornia 95814 Dear Nx. Simmons: Enclosed please fimd our application for exemption under Section 27156 of the Vehicle Code of the State of California, for vehicles of model year 1975, for your approval. As you know, the 1975 model cars are now being sold and your approval on our application for exemption is now being respect— fully requested. Looking forward to an early reply, I remain. Cordially, LIFT, INC. ol > f *X 4(44‘?//1,44«//«\%/es Willian Heriton President m/zd ce: Richard Kenny James Mikacich

i. . Exhibit A (cont.) William Simmons, Executive Officer © +3 Air Resources Board, State of California 1709 lith Street Sacramento, California 95814 Ré: ° APPLICATION FOR EXEMPTION UNDER SECTION 27156 OF THE VEHICLE CODE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, FOR VEHICLES OF MODEL YEAR 1975. We, WILLIAM HARITON, individually and as President of LIFT, INC., A California Corporation, and LIFT, INC., A California Corporation, do hereby, apply, request, and make application for exemptién from the prohibitions of Vehicle Code Section 27156 for the device commonly known as LIFT FUEL EFFICENCY SYSTEM, an intake manifold vapor bleed. It is hereby acknowledged that the Air Resources Board has previously issued EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. D—24 on January 28, 1974, Executive Order No. D—24—1 on May 17, 1974, and Executive Order No. D—24—2 on July 12, 1974; ail of these executive orders relating to the devise commonly known as LIFT FUEL EPFICENCY SYSTEM. Executive Order No. D—24—2 of July 12, 1974 granted the exemption from the prohibitions of Section 27156 of the Vehicle Code for 1974 Model Year Vehicles and older. The purpose of this request and application is to continue this exemption for 1975 Model Year Vehicles and older. LIFT, INC., A California Corporation, has established its home office at 7819 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, California 90046. Phone Number 213—656—2767. It is proceeding with its marketing and distribution of the LIFT FUEL EFFICENCY SYSTEM throughout the State of California in conformity to and subject to all the rules, laws, regula— tions of the State of California and suject to direct control of the policies and programs of the Air Resources Board of the State of California. There are presentiy no actions pending by any governmgntal agency, either federal, state or county against LIFT, INC. All the requirements and mandates of the prior executive orders have been and

Exhibit A {cont.) are being abided by and conformed to. The basic discription of the product still remains the same. LIFPT FUEL EFFICENCY SYSTEM is a compact unit which can be installed inside the>engine compértment of any car or truck. The LIFT FUEL EFFICIENCY SYSTEM is a vopor induction system. It has a .022 open/shut valve. This set orfice controls the tufbulation of the LIFT fuel and therefore, the vapor induced into the air—gasoline mixture for each combustion. The LIFT open/shut valve does not require adjusting. Basically, LIFT FUEL EFFICIENCY SYSTEM is composed of a Plastic Fuel Reservoir or container; Control Valve, Hose and Connecting device, which attaches to your carburetor‘s Pollution Control Valve (PVC). Within the reservoir is a proprietary blend of chemicals that vaporize from a balanced formula. This vapor is drawn off the air space at the top of the reservoir. It then leads into the carburetor to blend with the gasoiine's air mixture before it goes into the cylindefs. This catalytic action extends. the burning time of gasolifie, giving you increased combustion efficiency. This application, in fact a re—application, is respectively submitted for immediate consideration. . }L 2 /Z :z Dated:. _ -45/4 ;?Tt,/ wof=t — /fff// 4 Respectively submitted, WILLIAM HARITON, Individually and as President of LIFT, INC. A California Corporation

Exhibit C Installation Instruction

OExhibit B {cont.) L. Mount & es, Find a con— Install Cut—Washer. Remove Inssrt Control Vaive. Insert wenient place under your car shipping cap from L1FT Reser— control valve on LIFT Unit. . hood large enough to accom— voir. Roll cut—washer {in plas— Make sure it seats firmly a— modate the LIFT unit. Drill tic bag) down over base of gainst cut—washer to eliminate two holes through two of the bottle threads until it sits any vacuum leaks, Now in— mounting holes in bracket and firmly at base of threads. sert LIFT Fuel Reservoir into attach bracket firmly to side mounting bracket. wall of engine compartment with two. sheet—metal screws provided.

> ‘Exnibit D {cont.] i— Cannect hose to LIFT unit. Locatepoliution control vatve, insert Connecting "Y". Trace Attach Unit‘s hose to L}FT Locate PCV Hose running PCV Hose to point where it control valve. Be sure it fits from the valve lifter cover enters carburetor. With sharp saugly on nozzle at top. Check directly to base of carburetor. knife, out PCV Hoss as close for air leaks. {In some cars, PCV FHose is to the base of the carburetor, located in manifold on top of as possible. (4" or less for CAUTION: Make certain block; near oil fill cover; be— best results.) Into cut, insert LIFT connecting hase does side crank case; or on top: appropriate "Y" fitting. not touch air conditioning rear of valley cover.) NOTE: NOTE: Three "Y" fitting sizes hoses or hot manifolds. For proper PCV identification are. provided. Insert so leg — check PCV Hose where it "Y" points toward cerburetor. enters angine, Hose: should Be sure both sides of PCV pull out easily. Be certain to hose fit securely against "Y". re—insert PCV Hose before continuing installation. CAUTION: Never cut or in— in some cases, you may have stall unit in brake line hose to connect to another primary or gasoline line! vacuum source running to the base of the carburetor.

Exhibit B (cont.) Attach LIFT hose. Take hose Stort your engine. THEN running from LIFT Fue! Con— CHECKALL CONNECTIONS trol Vaive and attach it tightly FOR VACUUM LEAKS. LIFT to branch of "Y" fitting you has a fectory pre—set vaive, installed in PCV Hose, This so no adjustment is necessary. completes LIFT hooleup in: stallation SPECIAL NOTE: If for any reason the valve should be out SPECIAL NOTE: Do not in of adjustment, to properly stall the LIFT "Y" connecter readjust: close valve, then turn into the primary vacuum line counterclockwise£ 77._.Zone to which the charcoal canister half turns, then hand tighten tine is connected. lock nut.

Exhibit t (cont.) FUEL CONTENT Inside the plastic bottle is a proprietary fluid, specification No. 1072, KT consisting of water, alcohols, ketones, aromatic hydrocarbons, and other EXCResa. organic compounds. The control vaive which admits vapor to the intake manifold is mounted on the cap of the bottle. This valve has only two positions — fully open or fuily clased. It has an orifice diameter of .022 inches, The system contains a standpipe which provides venting to the atmos phere. The same model is used for applications to all vehicles. SY ElM FUNCTION fi As the engine vacuum increases, bubbles are formed at the end of the standpipe due to the venting action. The rising vapor bubbles violently agitate the fluid and tend to increase vaporization. This vaporous—fluid mixture enters the engine through the PCV system, or any primary vacuum source to base of carbureto. . SYSTEM EVALUATION St. Clair Sales and Distribution, Inc., has submitted emission results of CVS tests performed by Scott Research Laboratory: The data submitted generally show no adverse effect on emissions with this device when compared with the baseline date. Based on the information presented and operating characteristics of the system, no incompatibility exists with the accredited oxides of nitrogen retrofit devices. WARRANTY 2 At any time, up to 60 days from date of purchase, you may return the LIFT Unit and receive a full refund, of the purchase price, less installation, FROM THE POINT OF PURCHASE. LIFT Fuel Efficiency System is guaranteed by St. Clair Sales & Distribution, Inc. against any defect in workmanship or materials for a period of one year. Liabilities are limited to replacement of defective parts only. See your dealer for repairs or replacement. Enclosed warranty card must be returned to validate above warranty and guarantee. 11

Exhibit B (cont.) IMPORTANT T PS ruxa 1. +Check all LIFT connections to insure against any vacuum leaks. 2. For best results, have your engine properly tuned after LIFT installation. LIFT will not correct pre—existing engine malfunctions. 3. Be certain to allow time (1,200 to 1,500 miles) for the LIFT & System to cleanse your engine before achieving its maximum efficiency. In most cases you can use a Jower octane gasoline with a LIFT System! 4. Compare your mileage improvement by keeping an accurate record on the enclosed warranty card. We would appreciate your comments. ME o LCELI i1 p— LIFT REFILLS When LIFT fuel mixture is within 1 or 2 inches from the bottom of the reservoir, carefully replace oil mixture with fresh LiF LIFT Fuel, Old fuel mixture should not be mixed with the new fuel. You should get approximately 2,500 to 4,000 miles per 60—0zs. of LIFT Fuel, depending on engine cubic—inch displacement. [ fECIICHNOY e 22117 40 iToifm WUELE EiC "A VA is sant HoLLYWOOD. CALINT. pis—s58—2767 sn ns orvile — 7UanCc Lea 5 aood ts tabe Ceabrabu§ luiala© bllbny Oul) Bag dbuce ; Un l aior 40935 Production Drive — At. Clemens, Michigan 48043 12

State of California AIR RESOURCES BOARD January 22, 1974 Staff Report Eva]uat%on of St. Clair Sales & Distribuiion, Inc. "Lift Fuel Efficiency System" (Vapor Injector) for Exemption from the Prohibitons of Section 27156 of the Motor Vehicle Code I. Introduction St. Clair Sales & Distribution, Inc. of Mt. Clemens, Michigan, has applied for exemption from the prohibitions of Section 27156 of the Motor Vehicle Code for its "Lift Fuel Efficiency System". This segtion prohibits the installation of any device which reduces the effec— tivefiess of the motor vehicle emission control system. The applicant is requesting an exemption for 1966—1974 model—year vehicles. Based on statements received from St. Clair Sales, they have exclusive manufacturing‘and marketing rights to the system described herein. Except for the control valve and fluid, the "Lift Fuel Efficiency System" is the same in all respects as the "Turbo Vapor Injector" which was granted an exemption from the prohibitions of Section 27156 by Executive Order D—2, dated April 17, 1973 for 1970 and older vehicles. 11. System Description This device consist of a vapof injection system and proprietary fluid which is admitted into the PCV line. A plastic bottle is mounted in the engine compartment with a rubber hose providing the connection between the intake manifold and the device.

emier w e w ow q nevrraee St. Clair Sales & Distribution, Inc. January 22, 1974 Inside the plastic bottle is a proprietary fluid, specification No. 1072, consisting of water, alcohols, ketones, aromatic hydro— carbons, and other organic compounds. The applicant claims this formulation will enhance engine performance and increase fuel economy. The control vaive which admits vapor to the intake manifold fs mounted on the cap of the bottle. This valve has only two positions — fuily open or fully closed. It has an orifice diameter of .022 inches. The system contains a standpipe which provides venting to the atmosphere. The same model is used for applications to all vehicles. I11. System Function | As the engine vacuum increases, bubbles are formed at the end of the standpipe due to the venting action. The rising vapor bubbles vio— lently agitate the fluid and tend to increase vaporization. This vaporous—fiuid mixture enters the engine through the PCV system. I¥. System Evaluation St. Clair Sales and Distributors, Inc. has submitted emission results of CVS tests performed by Scott Research Labor&tory. The data sub— mitted generally show no adverse effect on emissions with this device ‘when compared with the baseline data. Based on the information presented and operating characteristics of the system, no incompatibility exists with the accredited oxides of nitrogen retrofit devices.

St. Clair Sales and Distribut%on, Inc. January 22, 1974 Confirmatory testing was performed by the Air Resources Board Laboratory. The device was tested on a 1973 Plymouth/Satellite (360 CID) and 1974 Pontiac/Ventura (250 CID). Steédy state tests were performed on the Pontiac and Plymouth and a hot CVS was also conducted on the Plymouth. The steady state emission results of the Pontiac were generally lower than the baseline configuration. Steady state tests on the Pilymouth also showed no significant change in emissions. The CVS test on the 1973 Plymouth showed a decrease in carbon monoxide and essentially no change in hydrocarbons and oxides of nitrogen emissions. The results of this test are listed below. 1973 Federal Cycle Hot Start Mass Emissions (Grams/Miles) HC C0 NOx Baseline 0.76 11.13 2.55 Lift—System 0.78 . 6.21 2.67 These results were typical of the data submitted by the applicant. ¥. Conclusion and Recommendation The staff is of the opinion that the "Lift Fuel Efficiency System" would not have any adverse effect on the existing pollution control system.

pemmommmmemniemsemnemnssene nteiiieieii Exhibit C (Cont.} St. Clair Sales and Distribution, Inc. January 22, 1974 Therefore, the staff recommends that the "Lift Fuel Efficiency System" be granted an exemption from the prohibitions of Section | 27156 of the Vehicle Code for 1974 and older vehicles.

Exhiblt D tate of California AIR RESOURCES BOARD July 3. 1974 Staff Report Addendum to the January 22, 1974 Staff Report "Evaluation of St. Clair Sales & Distribution Inc. ‘Lift Fuel Efficiency System‘ {Vapor Injector) for Exemptions from the Prohibitions of Section 27156 of the Motor Vehicle Code" I. Introduction The Air Resources Board Laboratory has conducted further emission testing with thé "Lift Fuel Efficiency System" to confjrm previous test results.. This vapor injector is manufactured by St. Clair < Sales & Distribution and utflizes a proprietary fluid manufactured by Kem Crest Products Company of Farmington, Michigan. The additional tests were performed at the requests qf the Sacramento District Attorney and Staff Counsel to investigate the effectiveness of the "Lift" device. St. Clair Sales & Distribution original application to the Air Resources Board for an exemption to Vehicle Code Section 27156 was dated November 28, 1973. An evaluation of the device showed that it would not have any adverse effgct on émissions, and consequenily, the Staff recormended in a staff report dated January 22, 1974, that an exemption be granted. Executive Order D—24 was issued on January 24, 1974 granting the exemption to Section 27156 of the Vehic]e.Code.

Exhibit D (Cont.) "Lift Fuel Efficiency System" July 3, 1974 On May 17, 1974, Executive Order D—24—1 was issued revoking Executive Order D—24. The violation of the conditions of the Executive Order led to the revocation. II. System Description The "Lift Fuel Effictency System" procurred commercially was found to be basically the same device evaluated by the ARB staff previously. The orifice diameter of the control valve is 0.22 inches which is . identical to the device previously evaluated. The device was re— ceived with the proprietory fluid. Maximum air flow capacities of the present and original tested ‘device are 0.06O0CFM and 0.080 CFM respectively. (See Figure 1 and Figure 2). The difference is within'manufacturing tolerances. 1. Emission Test Program © The test program consisted of three pairs of back to back hot CVS—1 tests comparing the emissions with and without the device. The three pair tests have been determined by the staff as being sufficient to determine whether the device would have a significant effect on the emission control system. The vehicle selected had the fb11ow1ng specifications: Make and Model Year: 1973 Ford Pinto Engine 2000 cc

Exhibit 0 (Cont.) . "Lift Fuel Efficiency System" © duly 3, 1974 Carburetor Weber — 2 barrel » Transmssion ( . Automatic Emission Control System Engine Modification After the vehicle was received by the ARB staff,. the vehicle was pre—checked to assure all carburetor and ignition settings wore adjusted to OEM. At the end of each test, the settings were checked and adjusted. IV. Emission Results and Evaluation ‘The following tables summarizes the emission testing results of this program. . | Exhaust Emissions am/mi. Fuel a Vehicle ‘ Consumption Date Configuration HC 50 NOx £0, mog d 6/6/74 _ Baseline 1J.28 14.250 2.41 400.83 20.78 6/76/74 Lift 1.410 14.34 2.59 393.80 » 21.10 { 6/6/74 Baseline 1.31 12.87 2‘.62 406.16 20.62 * 6/76/74 Lift 1.30 13.18 2.6§5 405.16 20. 64 3 6/6/74 Baseline 1.35 13.98 2;79 387 .91 21.44 % 6/6/74 Lift 1.30 13.96 2.55 383.14 21.70 1 Average Baséline 1.31 13.70 2.61 398.30 20.95 i Average "Lift" 1.34 13.82 2.60 394.03 21.15 4 3 3. i "

Exhibit D (Cont.) Figure 2 FMow of "Lift" Device Evaluation Previous Staff Report ——0.09. coransas car awe"snmnevasememmmer..a. 0.08 w0 0.07_ AIR FLOW RATE (Cublc Feet Per Minute) 0.06 : .05 /m 0.04 _ 0.03 . 0.02 0.0t | 10 15 20 ¥acuum {Inches of Hg)


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